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<blockquote data-quote="RDM416" data-source="post: 268934" data-attributes="member: 3745"><p>Kevin,</p><p></p><p>I tend to fall into the "grow a pair and don't complain about a 14 lb rifle". It is a simple fact that you will be able to shoot a heavier rifle more accuratly. Notice I did not say a heavier rifle is more accurate, just you will shoot the heavier rifle better. If you truly want to shoot critters out to 1000 yards, then heavier is certainly better and I would look at 14 lbs as a minimum rather than a max. </p><p></p><p>I do put my money where my mouth is on this subject as I elk hunt every year in New Mexico, on foot. My rifle weighs in at 16.5lbs with no bipod. I also carry a Zeiss 80mm spotting scope with a Bogen tripod, along with bino's rangefinder and other assorted gear. By the way I'm a little guy, 5'6" and 140lbs and I'm pushing 50 real soon. So, no sympathy here for a 14 lb rifle. If you want to shoot a long way, having the proper gear to do so is a big part of the equation. </p><p></p><p>That said, I do have a couple of practical suggestions. Someone else mentioned this too. Get a pack that will allow you to attach your rifle to the pack rather than carry it with a sling. I use a Kifaru pack with the "gun bearer" system which can be purchased separatly and attached to any pack. This gets the weight of rifle off your shoulder and onto your hips, and it frees up both hands. It is also faster to get the rifle into your hands ready for a shot than a sling. The other suggestion is "the rest of your gear". Most guys will worry about the weight of thier rifle and make compromises to shave off a few pounds, then throw all kinds of unnecessary stuff in thier pack. Be very selective about your gear. If you will pay attention to your gear you can shave off ounces everywere, and ounces add up to pounds. Everything from your boots, clothes, rain gear, pack, food, do you really need aother bottle of water............it all adds up. Good lighweight backpacking or mountaineering gear can be expensive, but you can certainly shave some weight off. I would be willing to bet I could go through your "ready for the days hunt" pack and shave off the 2 pounds you are trying to get out of your rifle, out of your gear.</p><p></p><p>Every one has has an opinion!!! That is mine. Good luck, and by the way you can't go wrong with getting Kirby to build you a rifle!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="RDM416, post: 268934, member: 3745"] Kevin, I tend to fall into the "grow a pair and don't complain about a 14 lb rifle". It is a simple fact that you will be able to shoot a heavier rifle more accuratly. Notice I did not say a heavier rifle is more accurate, just you will shoot the heavier rifle better. If you truly want to shoot critters out to 1000 yards, then heavier is certainly better and I would look at 14 lbs as a minimum rather than a max. I do put my money where my mouth is on this subject as I elk hunt every year in New Mexico, on foot. My rifle weighs in at 16.5lbs with no bipod. I also carry a Zeiss 80mm spotting scope with a Bogen tripod, along with bino's rangefinder and other assorted gear. By the way I'm a little guy, 5'6" and 140lbs and I'm pushing 50 real soon. So, no sympathy here for a 14 lb rifle. If you want to shoot a long way, having the proper gear to do so is a big part of the equation. That said, I do have a couple of practical suggestions. Someone else mentioned this too. Get a pack that will allow you to attach your rifle to the pack rather than carry it with a sling. I use a Kifaru pack with the "gun bearer" system which can be purchased separatly and attached to any pack. This gets the weight of rifle off your shoulder and onto your hips, and it frees up both hands. It is also faster to get the rifle into your hands ready for a shot than a sling. The other suggestion is "the rest of your gear". Most guys will worry about the weight of thier rifle and make compromises to shave off a few pounds, then throw all kinds of unnecessary stuff in thier pack. Be very selective about your gear. If you will pay attention to your gear you can shave off ounces everywere, and ounces add up to pounds. Everything from your boots, clothes, rain gear, pack, food, do you really need aother bottle of water............it all adds up. Good lighweight backpacking or mountaineering gear can be expensive, but you can certainly shave some weight off. I would be willing to bet I could go through your "ready for the days hunt" pack and shave off the 2 pounds you are trying to get out of your rifle, out of your gear. Every one has has an opinion!!! That is mine. Good luck, and by the way you can't go wrong with getting Kirby to build you a rifle! [/QUOTE]
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